Why Royce Gracie Jiu Jitsu Is Great For Kids
Posted: November 08, 2016
When it comes to mixed martial arts and Jiu Jitsu for kids, there are so many amazing benefits. In this blog from the experts at Ellis Academy of Self Defence, we outline why Royce Gracie Jiu Jitsu is great for kids of all ages.
What Is Royce Gracie Jiu Jitsu?
Royce Gracie, from Brazil, is a retired professional mixed martial artist, a UFC Hall of Famer and a pioneer in modern mixed martial arts. He is a part of the renowned Gracie family, who are well known for contributing to and promoting the self-defence martial arts system of Gracie jiu-jitsu.
Gracie jiu-jitsu is a competitive martial art centred around self-defence. It is now a popular form of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.
Why Jiu Jitsu Is Great For Kids
Through Royce Gracie Jiu Jitsu, kids can experience a range of physical, emotional and social benefits. In terms of physical benefits, children taking regular martial arts classes can improve physical fitness, strength, flexibility, coordination, balance and endurance. It also helps younger children with their hand-eye coordination, spatial awareness and gross motor skills.
Mixed martial arts, including Jiu Jitsu can also help children build confidence, resilience, focus and discipline. It can also help them develop a range of emotional and social skills, including problem-solving, teamwork, humility, sportsmanship and respect.
Jiu Jitsu In Surrey
At our Ellis Academy of Self Defence in Redhill, Surrey, we teach children of all ages valuable self-defence skills and life lessons that will help for years to come. Our classes are tailored to children aged 3 right up to 16 years old. At Ellis Academy, our qualified and experienced instructors teach all 5 areas of Jiu Jitsu.
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Self defence
- Throwing skills
- Striking/kicking
- Ground defence
- Philosophy.
Without philosophy, there cannot be discipline. Without philosophy, there cannot be control. Without philosophy, there cannot be any growth, either physically or mentally. Training kids through Philosophy is a very important responsibility. By sitting down and initiating conversations about Rectitude, Courage, Benevolence, Respect, Honesty, Honour and loyalty, we believe we can enhance the individual practice in martial arts and give kids the ability to make better decisions.
Get In Touch
Explore our classes for kids here. Alternatively, get in touch with our team to find out more. You can call us on 01737761999 or fill out our online contact form.